Local Deals to Help You Save

We're all watching our family budgets these days. But clipping coupons and searching for deals can take time and energy.

In this new column, we do the work for you. Each week we will bring you five great deals in or near North Potomac and Darnestown to help save you money.

1. FOOD AND WINE BY ZAFI

Deal: Get three culinary cooking classes for $140 ($280 value). After each of the hands on cooking classes, enjoy in your gourmet meal with the paired wine. Deal available through June 26.

2. LOEHMANN'S

Deal: Take 20 percent off your entire purchase with this coupon. Valid through June 21.

3. MR. WASH EXPRESS

Deal: Pay $4.99 for an Express Car Wash. Find the coupon on page C3 of The Washington Post on June 19. You can also "like" the Mr. Wash Car Wash on Facebook to receive the coupon. Locations in Kensington and Silver Spring. Deal available through June 26.

4. CHICKEN OUT ROTISSERIE

Deal: In June, get catering specials to help make your get-togethers a little bit easier. The regular size, which serves 10 to 12 people is $99.99-- down from $139.99. The large, which serves between 20 and 22 people is $199.99-- down from the normal price of $269.99. Deal good through June 30.

You are a big part of this column. Let us hear about the deals you've seen. Add them in the comment box or e-mail jillian@patch.com.